Job Description

About Holcim

We are leaders in supplying innovative, sustainable building solutions to the UK construction industry; building progress for people and the planet.


Since 1858, we've helped shape the UK; powering the construction of homes and hospitals, roads and railways, schools and cities alike.


Our mission is to make sustainable construction a reality, through purposeful action that tackles real carbon and climate challenges. We are dedicated to helping Britain grow and thrive - by doing the right thing, doing it together, and making a difference.

Holcim UK Company Benefits

Competitive Salary, plus bonus, 25 days holiday + your local bank holidays (with options to increase) and other benefits -

all recognising the contribution you bring

Be valued and supported, working as part of a highly respected team in a business that has a huge

focus on Health & Safety

We care about you and your family. That's why we offer

enhanced family benefits, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

. We understand that your personal life and family well-being are just as important as your career, so we're committed to supporting you every step of the way.


Be part of something bigger with our "Women Empowered - Stronger Together Mentor Program," designed to

support, inspire, and uplift women across the business

.

Free 24/7 remote GP service for you and your household

, offering medical advice, prescriptions, referrals, and same-day appointments.


Opportunities for

career progression both at home and abroad

Join our affinity groups selected by and populated by our employees which

bring together employees

with similar backgrounds and interests to have powerful influence on the workplace

Staff discounts

including special rates for garden landscaping products

The Opportunity

As a Category Buyer you'll manage a 250m portfolio for Raw Materials, supporting the production of products such as Ready-Mix and Asphalt used across the UK construction industry. Based at our head office in Bardon Hill, Leicestershire, you'll be at the heart of our procurement activity, sourcing suppliers, agreeing rates, and making recommendations that balance cost, quality, and delivery.


This is a hands-on role where you'll work closely with internal teams and external suppliers, occasionally visiting sites to strengthen relationships and gain insight into operational needs.

What you'll be doing:

Managing day-to-day purchasing activity to ensure materials are sourced accurately and efficiently.


Sourcing, onboarding, and negotiating with new and existing suppliers.


Collaborating with operational teams to balance cost, quality, and logistics, including internal supply options.


Supporting tendering, contracts, and supplier selection processes.


Building and maintaining strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.


Identifying opportunities for cost savings and process improvements within the categories.


Occasionally travelling to sites to engage directly with teams and suppliers.


Contributing to wider business objectives through proactive procurement strategies.

Who you are

You're a commercially-minded procurement professional who thrives in a hands-on, fast-paced environment. You enjoy building relationships, making informed decisions, and driving continuous improvements.


You'll have experience in procurement, supply chain, production, or manufacturing environments.


You'll be confident negotiating with suppliers and making commercial recommendations.


You're comfortable managing multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.


You'll take pride in your analytical skills and are confident using data to support decision-making.


You'll be proactive, solutions-focused, and able to identify opportunities for improvement.


You're able to engage effectively with stakeholders across different levels and teams.


You're commercially aware, understanding the wider impact of your procurement decisions.




We are committed to building a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.